There are as many opportunities in creating portraits as there are people in the world.  The main objective of our portrait workshops is to provide a solid foundation and thorough understanding of  posing and lighting techniques.  We will explore the tried and true lighting patterns and also experiment with some alternative options.  Weather it’s traditional or intimate portraiture, you’ll go home with a heavy tool box.

The day begins with demonstrations of a variety of lighting setups and effective metering.  The demonstrations in conjunction with finished images provides a strong foundation for the remainder of the day.  Each photographer will have one on one time with the model and individualized instruction working with their choice of lighting set up.

Jessamyn

WORKSHOP REQUIREMENTS

• Students should have a solid knowledge of photography and how shutter speeds, aperture, and light combine to create a balanced exposure
• Digital or Film SLR camera.  Most formats are fine including:
  • Digital 35mm SLR
  • Digital Medium Format
  • Film 35mm SLR
  • Medium Format Roll Film Cameras (Hasselblad, Mamiya, etc.)
  • Large Format Film Film Cameras (4×5, 8×10, etc. However, be sure to have an appropriate sync cord adapter for your camera.  Our wireless triggers require a 3.5mm plug on one end.)
• A selection of recommended lenses (in 35mm format focal lengths):
  • 50mm – for full figure shots
  • 85mm-135mm for close ups
  • Zoom lenses that cover these ranges are fine too
• Students must bring their own digital memory cards or film
• Model’s Release Forms
  • We will have generic forms that you can customize and take with you if you don’t have one of your own.

Michelle

WORKSHOP COSTS

We offer one day workshops for groups of 4 or more.

• One Day Workshop - $175

PORTRAIT WORKSHOP SCHEDULE

Instruction is done at either our Allentown or Pottstown, PA studios.  Both studios are fully equipped with a selection of seamless paper backdrops, studio lights with a selection of modifiers (large and medium softboxes, grid spots, parabolic and standard umbrellas), wireless triggers (Pocket Wizards and Radiopoppers).

Upcoming Workshops

To be announced

Past Workshops

January, 2010

On-request Workshops

If you have a small group of 4-6 photographers, we would be happy to offer this one day workshop at a time convenient to your schedule.  Standard rates apply.

We also offer private instruction for photographers looking for the ultimate hands-on and individual instruction.

Please contact us directly for details and a personal quote for these on-request workshops.